HAWK Advisers: Blog
How to Prepare for an Insurance Claim: 7 Pro Tips
Filing an insurance claim can feel daunting and overwhelming – especially if it’s after an accident, storm, or an unexpected life event. From a minor accident to a sudden leak, life’s surprises can happen when you least expect them. That’s why simply being prepared is...
From Agency to Carrier – How is HAWK Involved in my Coverage?
You need coverage, so you call your local agency, HAWK, to handle your personal or commercial insurance coverage. But what does HAWK do? How are your needs met at the agency level? While the carrier and the agency serve different roles, they work together to provide...
Lifestyle Insurance Tips
Insurance isn’t a one-time decision — it’s a way of life. Insurance is about being prepared for whatever comes your way and making meaningful decisions to protect what matters most. From your morning commute to making online purchases or simply keeping up with your...
A Year in Review: Looking Back at 2024 with HAWK
2024 has been a year of both opportunities and challenges, marked by significant demographic shifts, economic growth, and evolving risks across Virginia. This year, we’re reflecting on how these developments influenced personal lines, commercial lines, and employee...
Personal Lines Adviser Spotlight: James Last
Hello! My name is James Last, and I serve the HAWK team as a Personal Lines Adviser. To me, personal lines insurance is the interpersonal responsibility I have as an agent to ensure our clients are prepared for when the unexpected happens. From a coverage perspective,...
Personal Lines Adviser Spotlight: Stacey Cash
Hello! My name is Stacey Cash, and I proudly serve as a Personal Lines Adviser with HAWK Advisers. In my role, I am committed to ensuring that individuals and families are fully protected, offering peace of mind by addressing all of their personal insurance needs....
A Safe Start to School: HAWK’s Guide to Auto Insurance
As the new school year begins, many families are getting back into their routines, which often means spending more time on the road. From driving kids to school to sending undergraduates off to college, this time of year brings a flurry of on-the-road activity....
Understanding the Importance of Insurance for Small Businesses
Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to threats, due to their limited resources, reliance on key personnel, and less extensive infrastructure. Their ability to mitigate, transfer, and finance potential risks is essential to safeguarding their operations and...
Meet James Last: From Intern to Personal Lines Adviser
Over the past year, HAWK has had the pleasure of getting to know James Last, a Blue Ridge Fellow with a passion for insurance. James has since advanced to the role of Personal Lines Adviser, building on his invaluable experience as a Business and Project Development...
4 Takeaways from HAWK’s Sub-Contract Agreement Seminar
On May 16th, 2024, HAWK Advisers held a seminar along with Alicha Grubb, a Commercial Litigation Attorney from Gentry Locke. The event centered around discussion of the topics of risk transfer and sub-contract agreements, exploring them through the dual lenses of...
Advancements in AI: What Does This Mean for Insurance?
Artificial Intelligence, commonly referred to as AI, has taken new steps in enhancing the functionality of insurance processes. Where risk assessment, customer service, and operational efficiency are paramount, AI plays a significant role in shaping the evolution of...
Wellness in the Workspace: Do Wellness Programs Work?
Health is important – from physical fitness to emotional well-being, a healthy lifestyle is something we all aspire to attain. This is where wellness programs come into play, aiming to bring about constructive change – but do they truly have a positive impact? For...
Entering Into the New Year: Go the Extra Mile with HAWK!
As we step forward into the new year, 2023 stands out as a truly evolutionary period - this past year has been nothing short of transformative for the insurance industry as a whole, marked by significant developments that have left an indelible mark on the industry as...
Cybersecurity – Securing Your Future
In an increasingly interconnected world, where every click and swipe opens a gateway to a universe of information, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more crucial. Cybercrimes are a regular concern for businesses, public entities, and...
Generations in Insurance – How Claims and Coverage are Based on Dynamic Demographics
The concept of insurance is universal: it protects you, it ensures your financial stability, and you need it. Insurance is crafted to bring your home, car, business, etc. back to its original state after experiencing damage or disarray, saving you from spending...
Tech Trends in the Office – Enhancing Efficiency and Employee Experience
| What is AI? Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is the simulation of human intelligence used to develop dynamic solutions to queries or tasks. In the context of professional environments, AI encompasses a wide range of capabilities, spanning from the automation of...
Premiums Are Going Up – What Does That Mean For Me?
The steady rise of insurance premiums has become a growing concern, placing financial strain on individuals and businesses alike. This has left some questioning… Why is this happening? What factors are contributing to these changes?...
The Art That Shapes Roanoke
In the heart of Roanoke, Virginia lies a treasure trove of artistic marvels, waiting to be discovered and admired. With so many beautifully unique and wonderfully detailed murals, our downtown area is a testament to the thriving creative spirit that permeates our...
Ladder Safety: Do’s and Dont’s
When you think of dangerous tools and equipment, what comes to mind? Hammers, chainsaws, or nail guns are what most individuals determine when asked to identify the most perceptibly hazardous tools in a workshop or construction site. According to USClaims and OSHA,...
A Forecast Into 2023: What Does the Commercial Property & Casualty Market Outlook Mean for YOU?
As we head into 2023, the Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance market faces a range of both challenges and opportunities. This year’s report anticipates shifting economic conditions, changing regulatory requirements, emerging risks such as cybercrimes, and most...
Autonomous Insurance and the Future of Technology
Did you know that insurance agencies are implementing autonomous technology into their coverage agreement? Just as the transportation, home security, and retail industries are exploring autonomous features, the insurance industry is being upgraded with autonomously...
10 Takeaways from HAWK’s Area 51 Intelligence Briefing!
On October 11, 2022, HAWK Advisers hosted a seminar where Robert Garbee, Founder of Roanoke InfoSec Exchange (RISE) and Neely R. Conner, Director of Carilion’s Employee Assistance Program helped us storm Area 51, discussing the topics of Cyber Security and Mental...